Korean

호랑이
Meaning: tiger
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

虎
狼

Example sentences

A tiger was prowling in the forest.
지어는 호랑이 모양의 목제 타악기이다.
The Jieo is a wooden percussion instrument in the shape of a tiger.
호랑이는 길고 날카로운 송곳니를 가지고 있다.
Tigers have long and sharp canine teeth.

Usage Notes

Refers to the large striped feline. Can also be used metaphorically for a fierce person.

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